TREE MAINTENANCE WORKER, CALTRANS

Caltrans; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans seeks a Tree Maintenance Worker in Shasta County to perform highway tree maintenance and related labor tasks. The role may be done solo or with a crew, and could be reassigned to different crews as needed.

A valid California Class C license is required; CDL endorsements and additional licenses are desirable. Overtime, night and weekend work may occur, and a background check plus drug screening will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver’s License (Class C) required.
• Class A/B CDL desirable; tanker/air brakes/ hazmat endorsements desirable.
• Overtime, nights and weekends possible due to weather or emergency work.
• Background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Perform highway tree maintenance and related laboring duties under supervision.
• Work alone or with a crew; may be loaned to another crew as needed.
• Occasional travel and per diem assignments; overtime as required.

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-537715

Position #(s): 902-697-9381-XXX

Working Title: TREE MAINTENANCE WORKER, CALTRANS

Classification: TREE MAINTENANCE WORKER, CALTRANS

Salary: $4,870.00 - $6,101.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Shasta County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: California Department of Transportation

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description and Duties

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Tree Maintenance Supervisor in Special Crews, the Caltrans Tree Maintenance Worker performs miscellaneous laboring duties related to highway tree maintenance. The incumbent will work individually or with a crew, and may be loaned to another crew. Possession of a valid Class C is required; a Class A or Class B California Commercial Driver’s License is desirable. Tanker, air brakes, hazardous materials and passenger endorsements are also desirable. This position is represented under collective bargaining. This is a designated travel crew and works out of town on a per diem basis up to 80% of the year. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Tree Maintenance Worker, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.